Forestry Supervisor

Under the general direction of the Parks and Cemetery Deputy Director, leads a department engaged in urban forestry designed to enhance the City’s beauty and image.
The pay range for this position is CM-J ($30.35-$36.43), starting at Step 1: $30.35 per hour.

1. Monitors and evaluates the health and vigor of the City’s urban forest and recommends action to address disease, pest concerns, construction impacts, etc.
2. Supervises, assigns work, instructs, and participates in the activities of a group of Tree Trimmers engaged in planting, trimming, and removing trees and shrubs.
3. Determines the proper method of removal of damaged and/or diseased trees.  
4. Establishes proper safety precautions and procedures for the Forestry crew and ensures that they are followed. 
5. Oversees tree planting and maintenance, including specifying number of trees to be ordered, determining the proper tree varieties to plant, and designating areas to be planted.  
6. Utilizes tablets and technology to maintain the digital inventory of the city’s urban forest, create work orders necessary for the optimal health of the urban forest.
7. Assists with park and cemetery maintenance, including annual Tulip Planting operation.
8. Maintains good public relations with City residents and handles inquiries concerning work being performed. Assists with handling complaints and concerns from the public relating to forestry operation.
9. Answers inquiries of the public relating to forestry operation.
10. Regularly performs the duties of the Tree Trimmers.
11. Operates all equipment assigned to the tree crew, including extensive bucket work, chippers, and various saws.

OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Oversees and participates in general labor or maintenance duties such as carpentry projects as necessary.
2. Continue with educational classes, certifications, and training as required.
3. Performs other duties as assigned.

1. The job requires knowledge normally acquired through the completion of an Associate’s Degree in Urban Forestry, Horticulture, or a related field.  Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
2. Two to four years’ experience in urban forestry, including hazardous tree/pest/disease identification and treatment, tree planting, trimming, and removal.
3. Interpersonal skills necessary to manage the activities of a small, diverse group of employees and work productively with all levels of City personnel and the general public.
4. Supervisory skills necessary to effectively manage the daily operations and administration of assigned function.
5. Mental ability to handle pressures related to simultaneously managing multiple projects and dealing with the concerns of citizens.
6. Physical ability to frequently lift/push/pull/transport equipment and materials weighing up to 100 pounds.  Ability to frequently climb/bend/stoop/reach to accommodate different working positions.
7. Ability to work courteously and effectively with the public.
8. Must possess Class B CDL driver’s license.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Work includes outside working conditions with frequent exposure to extreme hot or cold weather conditions.
2. Work includes frequent exposure to fumes, odors, dust, dirt, noise, and moving objects.
3. Work includes periodic exposure to environmental hazards associated with electrical, mechanical and/or power equipment.
4. Work includes some extended hour shifts, alternate work schedules, weekend and holiday work as needed. 
5. Availability to respond to weather related and other emergency situations when contacted. 

Salary : $30 - $36